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Kriptovalūtu tirgus ir satricināts, jo Bitcoin krita līdz apmēram $87,300, tā zemākais līmenis septiņu mēnešu laikā, un Ethereum nokrita līdz apmēram $2,810, iznīcinot vairāk nekā $1 triljonu tirgus vērtības no digitālo aktīvu pasaules. Korrektūra pastiprinās makro nenoteiktības un iznīcinošā institucionālā momentum dēļ.Ko zinātBitcoin tiek tirgots ap $87,300, straujš kritums no tā oktobra augstuma un tagad zem tā 2025. gada sākuma līmeņa.Ethereum tiek tirgots ap $2,810, atbrīvojoties no lielākās daļas tā iepriekšējiem pieaugumiem.

Polymarket has transformed Bitcoin volatility into a high-frequency betting arena by launching 5-minute price direction markets as of February 12, 2026. These ultra-short-duration contracts allow users to wager on whether Bitcoin's price will rise or fall within a strict five-minute window, effectively gamifying minute-to-minute market fluctuations.
Key Features of the 5-Minute Market
Rapid Settlement: Markets are generated in continuous 5-minute intervals (e.g., 4:40 PM–4:45 PM), providing traders with near-instant results and frequent opportunities to re-engage.
Asset Support: At launch, the feature is exclusive to Bitcoin (BTC), though the platform has signaled plans for a 1-minute prediction event in the near future.
Peer-to-Peer Structure: Unlike traditional sportsbooks, these are decentralized information markets where users trade "Yes" or "No" shares against each other, with prices reflecting real-time probability estimates.
Strategic Shift Toward Volatility
Beyond simple price direction, Polymarket recently partnered with Volmex Labs in late January 2026 to list contracts tied to the BVIV (Bitcoin Volatility Index). These contracts allow traders to bet on the degree of market turbulence rather than just the price direction.
Institutional Tools for Retail: By using the BVIV index, Polymarket makes complex volatility strategies—historically limited to institutions using options or futures—accessible via a simple binary "Yes/No" format.
Threshold Betting: Traders can wager on whether a one-minute "candle" on the volatility index will hit or exceed specific targets before the end of 2026.
Market Sentiment and Risks
The introduction of these 5-minute markets has sparked debate regarding the evolution of the crypto industry:
Speculative Shift: Some analysts view the surge in short-term binary wagers as a sign that Bitcoin is increasingly being treated as a speculative wagering venue rather than a long-term investment.
Bot Competition: Early participants have noted that 5-minute markets move exceptionally fast, favoring automated bots over manual human execution.
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📝 Introduction
The cryptocurrency market is closely linked to the health of the U.S. economy and Federal Reserve monetary policy. Federal debt, interest rates, and the budget deficit influence liquidity and risk assets, creating waves of volatility. BTC reacts to these factors both as a hedge and as a risk indicator, so investors need to understand how fiscal and monetary expectations influence crypto prices.
📊 Quick Context
U.S. Federal Debt (2026): ~124% of GDP (~$38.5 trillion), with debt servicing costs of $1 trillion (~14% of the federal budget).2030 Forecast: IMF projects ~143% of GDP; CBO forecasts ~108% with recent legislation factored in Budget Deficit: ~6% of GDP in 2026 Interest Costs: Already a large share of the federal budget and expected to rise over time 
These numbers help explain how debt dynamics influence Fed policy and broad market liquidity.
🌐 IMF and CBO — Explained
IMF (International Monetary Fund): Provides global debt projections for major economies, suggesting U.S. debt could exceed 140% of GDP by 2030 under baseline assumptions. CBO (Congressional Budget Office): A U.S. budget office that estimates debt and deficit outcomes under current law, factoring in recent legislative changes such as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”. Its forecast is lower than the IMF projection but still signals rising debt. 
💡 For investors:
Higher IMF projections imply greater likelihood of prolonged high interest rates, pressuring BTC.Lower CBO estimates could imply more room for future rate cuts and potential liquidity inflows into risk assets.
⚠ Different forecasts create market ambiguity: Investors react to expectations about debt and Fed decisions, which often drives volatility as markets attempt to anticipate which forecast the Fed considers most relevant.
📈 Fed Interest Rates and Bitcoin
Current (Feb 2026): Fed has kept the federal funds rate at 3.50–3.75% — a cautious stance amid sticky inflation and a stabilizing labor market. Lower (Target of ~2%): Historically, rates around 2% or below have been considered accommodation for economic growth and support for risk assets. 
What this means for BTC:
Higher rates (3.50–3.75%) → tighter liquidity → downward pressure on BTC as capital flows to safer assets.Lower rates (~2%) → easier money → potential support for BTC as investors seek higher returns.
💡 Debt Surprises and Market Reactions
Worse-than-expected debt figures (Feb 2026): When deficit projections rose above forecasts, markets experienced short-term selling pressure on BTC due to increased fear and risk-off sentiment. In the longer term, persistent fiscal imbalances can push some investors to view BTC as a hedge against dollar weakness or fiscal strain.
🔑 Debt “surprises” often serve as a trigger for volatility, driving quick shifts in BTC pricing as investors reassess risk and macro outlooks.
🧠 Conclusion
U.S. federal debt continues to grow, and the interplay between the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy and the budget deficit shapes market liquidity — a key driver of risk assets like Bitcoin. While BTC can act as a hedge against a weakening dollar or fiscal strain, it remains volatile in the short term. For investors, following shifts in debt dynamics, IMF/CBO forecasts, and Fed policy is crucial because these factors will help determine BTC direction over the coming years.
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